New Mexico DUI Laws
New Mexico DUI Laws
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New Mexico's DUI Laws and Conviction Penalties
In New Mexico, you can get a DUI for driving with a BAC of .08% or more or while actually intoxicated by alcohol or high on drugs. Learn about the penalties you'll face if convicted of a first, second, or third offense.
Special Circumstances
Special Circumstances
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New Mexico’s DUI Implied Consent Laws and Alcohol Testing Requirements
When conducting DUI investigations, officers often request that the driver take a breath or blood test to determine blood alcohol concentration (BAC) or the amount of drugs in the driver’s system. The results are frequently used by prosecutors to prove a DUI in court. But happens if you refuse testing?
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New Mexico’s Open Container Law and Violation Penalties
In New Mexico, it’s illegal to drink alcohol or possess open containers of alcohol in a motor vehicle, subject to some exceptions. Read about the specifics, including the penalties for an open container ticket.
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New Mexico's Boating While Intoxicated (BWI) Laws and Penalties
New Mexico law prohibits operating a motorboat while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A person can be convicted of boating while intoxicated (BWI) for operating a motorboat while:
